The Meaning Of Red Candles

Whether you are choosing to use red candles for your a simple dinner party or an elaborate wedding design, there is an underlying meaning to every colored candle that we choose. Red candles have been used for centuries for their bold and charming glow. Understanding what red candles mean can help you determine if they are a good fit for your event. Traditionally, the color red has always been a symbol of passion, romance, love, health, attraction and desire. It’s no wonder that Valentine’s day dinners are often distinguished by their deep red colored themes and candles. However, red candles can be used as a symbol for those things all year round, making red a great color for any romantic event.

Using Red Candles For Your Wedding

Red has always been a difficult color to use in weddings because depending on the season, it can either look too heavy or even enigmatic. However, the good news is that red candles can be used to create wonderfully elegant wedding decorations whether they are used as the primary color, or an accent. The key to properly including red in your wedding theme is to choose shades of red that are more appropriate for the season you are to be married. For example, spring and summer weddings should utilize bright and cheery reds such as apple red candles or even scarlet. While fall weddings should focus more on burgundy and merlot shades both of which can be tasteful and classy.

Types Of Red Candles

Depending on the setting, there are a number of different styles of red candles that you can use to create vibrant and dynamic centerpieces for your party. Each design reflects a particular class of elegance which can be determined by how formal you intend the event.

Red Pillar Candles - Simple, yet classic cylindrical in shape. When arranged into a candle bouquet, use many different sizes of candles to create multiple dimensions to the piece. Hurricane candle holders are a great way to enhance the appearance of red pillar candles.

Floating – Red floating candles are one of the most elegant and dazzling ways of creating a centerpiece for your wedding. Although they seem complex, floating candles are actually very easy to use in an inexpensive floating candle bowl with a few flower petal accents from your floral arrangement. Guests will be stunned at your creativity and unique design ideas.

Tealight – Hundreds of tea lights in simple votive holders create an unbelievable first impression with guests. Filling a room with candlelight from so many sources creates an instantaneous mood of relaxation and romance. Using red candles in votive holders are a great way to maintain your theme while keeping costs reasonable.